Question

Question 137:-Mitthu Bhai sells rasgulla at Rs. 15 per kg. A rasgulla is made up of flour and sugar in the ratio 5:3. The ra
he ears 66 2/3 % profit. What is the cost price of sugar?
A-Rs. 10/kg
B-Rs. 9/kg
C-Rs. 18/kg
D-Rs. 14/kg
Correct Anwar
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Answer 1

Answer:

SOLUTION

CP of rasgulla = 15/(1+2/3) = 15/(5/3) = Rs.9

Now by Alligation,

(9 - 3x) / (7x – 9) = 3/5 ⇒ x = 2

So, price of sugar = 7x = 14 Rs/Kg